Jim has been my golf coach since I was 9. That was 39 years ago. He taught me as a kid everything I know. I remember being in 5th grade, last day of school and we were headed to the beach to camp for a week. On the way out of town I had a book report due on the Grip by Ben Hogan that I had to drop off at La Purísima. Jim has an unconventional style of teaching. Yes he can teach you the mechanics. That's easy. But where he excels and makes him world class is his ability to coach your mind to get around the golf course and also translates to life. Jim coached me all the way through my college playing days at Utah Valley University and then we took a 20 year break from working together because I stopped playing golf. Playing competitively from 10-23 and especially grinding in college put me into burn out. And I wasn't close to going Pro. So all my time went to my family, Goldman Sachs, furthering my education, and side fun jobs. As my career progressed I became a Financial Advisor and now also with older kids I can now get my game back. Naturally I went back to the GOAT who taught me as a kid. I live in Lake Tahoe now and he's in California. No problem because I have the game. I have the mechanics on how to play. I don't need help there. Where I need help is upstairs. Getting my mind dialed in and working on managing the course. We have been 2 years back at it and I went from a 10 handicap to a 5. I shot 74 today which I will post a pic of. I'm getting my game back and working through my mental game, preparation, dialing in my shots, and really playing respectable golf again. It's been a long time, since my college days, that I played decent golf. So no need to live on the central coast. Jim and I meet weekly on face time. We work through my challenges. He shares wisdom. He helps me with more high level techniques like using the bounce on my 60 degree to pitch the ball and make it land soft on the green. I have tons of stories, 39 years worth but i will stop here. Book Jim now! Best money you will have ever spend if you want to cut your handicap in half like I have. Now looking to cut it in half yet again and get to a 2. Play Well! Brian Cheney read more

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Jim is an AMAZING instructor. I am a beginner golfer learning how to play golf late in life and I had little knowledge when I started. I was frustrated at first because other instructors were often quickly frustrated that I did not know the basics. Jim was a breathe of fresh air! He was very patient and helped me learn the basics and is getting me up to speed much faster than I thought possible. Jim is a masterful instructor. You cannot go wrong with him. I HIGHLY recommend. read more

Jim is one of the kindest, most genuine people you'll meet. He's patient, encouraging, and truly invested in helping you improve. If you're looking for a golf instructor who actually listens to you, Jim is your guy. He's not your typical cookie-cutter coach handing out the same generic advice to everyone. Jim takes the time to understand your goals, your swing, and your mindset. Every lesson feels personal, targeted, and effective. Just one thing: you have to commit. Trust in his process, stick with the lessons, and you'll be amazed at how much your game improves. Highly recommend! read more

He's is a very patient and knowledgeable instructor. He explains in details the strategies for a beginner golf player. Awesome! Great fun!

Jim is a very helpful instructor. He is extremely knowledgeable and positive. If you are a bit intimidated about this sport he will give you the confidence and instruction to better your game in a way that is easy to understand. Stand up guy, 6 stars out of 5. read more

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I love the conversations with Jim during our golf lessons together. He really helps me visualize and feel what I need to do to have success! Thank you, Jim! read more

I cannot say enough about Jim DeLaby, both as a golf coach and a down to earth, decent guy. I came to Jim following a detailed internet search for a good instructor, looking to get back into golf after a significant shoulder problem/surgery left me sidelined for almost 18 months. I'd been a golfer for 35+ years, and I had a plethora of problems that made for a below average game. Jim's instruction made an immediate and significant improvement to my golf game. Jim was an A+ from the first lesson. First off, he asked how I came to him, and he immediately focused on ensuring his training regimen did not risk re-injuring my shoulder. In fact, he gave me a brief exercise regimen which I have adopted as a standard before I even swing a club on the range or during a practice round. Subsequent lessons focused on the same, and he eased me into re-learning and/or improving my short game, my irons and my woods. Night and day improvement, and perhaps more important, I have a sense of confidence on the course. Notably, Jim is just a good guy. He is an excellent communicator, and is able to relate to his students on several levels. He also has a colorful background as a golf pro/instructor, and willingly shares his experiences in a way that the average golfer can relate to. Lastly, Jim will take the time to ensure you get things right. The man never referenced a clock during my lessons, and I no doubt gained an extra lesson or two in minutes of instruction due to Jim's focus on improving my game. I was so pleased w/ Jim's tutoring that I signed my wife up for lessons shortly after I started -- and her game has improved demonstrably! In sum, I'm a huge fan. Thanks, Jim!!! Cheers! Rich read more

Jim helped me overcome bad habits that had developed over the years He adjusts what you have to fit the desired model and does so in an effective way. He helped me a lot! read more

I hired Jim to give a couple of lessons to my daughter and 2 granddaughters (4 and 7) while they were here visiting from Maine. Jim made it so fun! He kept things moving along with lots of games and the utmost in patience! My daughter is already busy talking to her husband about more lessons when they get home and about what a great family sport this could be. She is definitely excited, as is the 7 year old, and even the 4 year old seems to be hooked on golf! I found this drawing under my pillow last night after they had left to go to LA to catch the plane back to Maine! I would definitely recommend Jim to golfers of any age or skill level! read more

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Jim is an excellent coach. He was suggested to me by a co- worker for his extensive golf knowledge and his ability to quickly assess and fix issues with grip and swing. At 46 and with 21 handicap. I decided that I had enough and thats when I found Jim. I am on my second set of lessons and couldn't be happier. Jim is not only a great golf instructor but also well equipment to help with the mental game as a certified life coach. Which in my case is a perfect fit. Jim is energetic and passionate about helping struggling golfers improve. Give Jim a chance and you will see what I am taking about. He can help all skill levels from beginner to pro. read more

Teachers often give you so much that you feel overwhelmed with information that you somehow become underprepared for the task at hand. You reach the point of saturation and all the crystals descend to the bottom and become a weight and sludge of trivia. Jim wont do this to you. He believes in giving you what YOU need, what you're ready for, what you're interested in without overdoing it. Man, I wish I had met him years ago but I'm grateful that I did. His teaching style and approach along with the Challenge Course at Monarch Dunes has made it possible for me and my wife to both be excited about golf. I begged her to play for years and with a couple lessons from Jim, she became a fan, a student, and a player. Thanks Jim for offering great deals, patient lessons, and a love for the game! read more

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Wife bought me 6 lessons for my birthday. Jim had a lot of knowledge regarding every aspect of the game. I had a horrible slice which was an easy fix for Jim. Learned a lot about form and posture when striking the ball. The lessons were a perfect introduction for me being that I've never had lessons before. I was able to use the techniques and skills Jim taught me and apply them to my game right away. Overall, very satisfied with the lessons and I would defiantly recommend you consider Jim as an instructor if you are in need of golf lessons! read more

Just had my first lesson with Jim and I think I would just sum it up as this; I hit the ball further and straighter than I ever have before in just 30 min of instructions and the fixes are repeatable. read more

My husband has been trying to get me to play golf with him for years. I have had lessons before, but never enjoyed them or found success. Jim is a mad l-scientist level, genius for teaching golf. Jim is able to help my husband clean up his game and break some bad habits. While at the same time teaching me how to play with special modifications for my arthritis. After the first two day lesson, we immediately booked our next trip. The sky is the limit and we owe it all to Jim's expertise read more

I met Jim when we went to college. We quickly became friends. Just a really nice guy and great sense of humor. He was on the golf team and said he would work with me to improve my game. He spent hours with me in improving my short game. My pitching wedge is still the same club I use today, after so many years. I still use it because of Jim's coaching. Why change? I knew at the moment Jim would be a teacher of golf at that time. His passion for the game and really helping people get better in the game started many years ago. I just wish I lived closer, so I could still get instruction from him. Fully knowing that this time would be chargeable. LOL. read more

Jim is the most unique and effective coach I have ever had the pleasure of working with. His approach is all about you. He tailors his program to what you want to achieve, then makes it simple, easy to understand and implement. My wife and I did his 2:1 golf school and both walked away with measurable improvement that will only get better as we both become more practiced with Jim's teachings. For my wife, a beginner, golf immediately became fun because Jim gave her easily utilized tools that she used to hit quality shots and exceed "her" pars. For me, a bit more advanced golfer, he was able to elevate the parts of my game that I most struggled with. Without having me hit hundreds of range balls. His teachings are so easy to understand and use that golfers of any level will walk away a better golfer. This experience far exceeded both my wife and my expectations. You will never be disappointed working with Jim, it's just not in his DNA to fail you read more

Jim was a phenomenal golf instructor for me. It's clear he has a LOT of experience playing and coaching golf. It only took a few lessons for him to help me improve each part of my game. My putting, chipping, irons, and tee shots have all become more controlled and consistent. Additionally, he taught me how to think about the game in different and better ways. All around taking lessons with Jim was super fun and well worth my time. I wish I wasn't moving and could keep seeing him! read more

I went to Jim as a beginner golfer (topping a lot of balls, gripping the way random people on YouTube told me how to grip, very inconsistent striking, etc)... but thanks to Jim, I was able to start launching most of my balls in the air after 1 lesson. He also taught me how to properly grip the club in a way that is natural for my hands/arms. He's definitely a swing doctor who can coach everyone from beginners to experienced players. I have no doubt he can improve anyones game. I was nervous going in as a beginner, but I'm now enjoying the process and the game more than ever. Highly recommended! read more

I found myself at Trilogy visiting a life-long friend. I was literally coerced into playing golf with her women's group. Needless to say, I panicked. The last time I had played a round of golf was over a decade ago. I had watched Jim give my friend a golf lesson and was SO impressed how he could identify a small adjustment that would result in huge gains. So, I hatched a plan. I would sneak in a clandestine lesson with Jim with the intent of simply being able to connect an 8 iron with a ball. Jim was willing to fit me in early the morning before his first lesson. We hit the green at 7 am and worked backwards from the putter to the pitching wedge, the irons and we stopped there. Those were the exact clubs I needed for Trilogy's Challenge course. Next day I woke up. Armed with Jim's coaching and encouragement, I had a fabulous, fun-filled day. Jim, thanks for saving my fragile ego! read more

I can't Thank you enough for your knowledge in the game of Golf and what you have done for my game. I thought it would be fun to take to the course this morning and work on what you have shown me. Wow Jim, every ball straight or a baby fade Wifey was excited only thing that hurt my score of 4 over was my putting. Ball was rolling on line just to soft or too hard. For the first 4 Holes I was Par, then I went. Bogey, Bogey, dbl Bogey, then Par, Par. I rehydrated through my round, talk positive in my head after a Bogey and at the end of the day shooting a 31 I was extremely excited and elated our Paths crossed. You by far are the only Man that has actually improved my game. Thank you again very Very Much‍ read more

Jim DeLaby Golf Instruction - Golf Lessons Near Me - Nipomo, California

Jim is a very patient and precise golf instructor with a great sense of humor. He is especially good with the novice student.

Besides being my first & probably last personal trainer Golf coach & a great friend for this reason he you go folks , Jim teaches you to be able to identify the positions you need to hit in order to produce the shot you want. Starts with a grip DNA or your (personal) grip print. Then set up position. Take care you might not be lined/squared up to the target as you think. He'll correct it immediately. a little fine tuning/calibration on your grip of your trailing hand depending on if hook or slice. (its in the millimeters!) Those 3 things once locked in is a big game changer. How? He has you validate it for yourself, once you have that, then trust is born. Allowing in the end to become your own coach. Thx. Sensei read more

This guy knows how to teach golf. I'll never be a great golfer but Jim elevated my game with insightful suggestions about my grip and stance. He has many meaningful illustrations and had really good thoughts about the mental side of play the game. read more

I just finished my first lesson with Jim and his assessments are detailed and efficient. Within a few swings he was able to analyze and start to correct/fix my swing. I was able to go from slicing to hitting straight within two swings. Jim took the time and went over every aspect of approaching a golf swing including offering pointers to pre-swing routine. You'll be blessed to be able to spend some time with Jim working on you game. read more

This golf experience is so much fun! I have been going to see Jim about every 2-3 years for his golf school. I would attend regularly if I lived closer, but the distance also makes for a great golf vacation experience. Beautiful weather, scenery, course conditions, and Jim's golf school contributes to a very enjoyable time and game improvement. Maybe even the best part for me is that I take everything I learn from Jim back to my high school golf team and pass on his coaching for their game improvement and love of the game. Especially beginners. Jim's ability and techniques to make learning fun has increased my team's interest and participation in the game. One last comment, recently I treated my brother to Jim's Golf School for his 50th birthday. He said it was the best experience ever. I said, "Yea I bet, your now 20-30+ yards past my drives". The smile on his face was priceless. read more

I highly recommend Jim, after 6 lessons I feel so much more confident than I did before. He customized the lessons to fit my needs and I left with loads of notes to refer back to. Thanks so much Jim! read more

Jim Delaby is a very effective, skilled and knowledgeable instructor. He understands golfers of all abilities and is able to teach all abilities and gender. I took 6 lessons and am definitely improving in all facets of the game. My enjoyment has improved, with my score, and best of all I am understanding why I miss hit shots so I can make the on course correction. My wife is now one of his students and when my 10 hc son comes to town, he will see Jim for some specialized instruction. Jim can use a standard progression of lessons or custom tailor, on the spot, based on your current struggles. Im glad I chose Jim as my instructor. read more